Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Carolina Dog Versus Miniature Pinscher: Introduction
- Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher: Overview
- Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher
- The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher
- Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher
- Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher
- Temperament of the Miniature Pinscher Versus the Carolina Dog
- Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Miniature Pinscher
- Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Miniature Pinscher
- Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher
- Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Miniature Pinschers?
- Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher?
- Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Miniature Pinscher?
- Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Miniature Pinschers?
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Miniature Pinscher
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher?
- Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Miniature Pinschers?
- How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Miniature Pinschers?
- Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Miniature Pinscher?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher. Which One is a Better Pet?
Carolina Dog Versus Miniature Pinscher: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Carolina Dog and for the Miniature Pinscher. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher.
Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher: Overview
A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Miniature Pinscher is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Carolina Dog belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Miniature Pinscher belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Carolina Dog to the Miniature Pinscher based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher
Factor | Carolina Dog | Miniature Pinscher |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
Height | 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | 8 to 11 pounds |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
Average Price | $500 | $1470 |
Price Range | $500 – $500 | $825 – $1500 |
Temperament Score | 66.7 percent | 82.5 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Miniature Pinscher. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Miniature Pinscher is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Miniature Pinscher is not better or worse than the Carolina Dog. So, you can get the Miniature Pinscher or the Carolina Dog!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher
Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher are most different:
The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher
The Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher.
Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Miniature Pinschers weigh 8 to 11 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Pinschers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher
The lifespan of Carolina Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Carolina Dogs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is 12.0 years.
Carolina Dogs live longer than Miniature Pinschers.
Temperament of the Miniature Pinscher Versus the Carolina Dog
The Miniature Pinscher has a better temperament than the Carolina Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Miniature Pinscher is 82.5 percent while the temperament score for the Carolina Dog is 66.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 66.7 percent, the Carolina Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 82.5 percent, the Miniature Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher by measuring the temperaments of 3 Carolina Dogs and 57 Miniature Pinschers.
Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Miniature Pinscher
The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Miniature Pinscher puppy is $1470. The price of the Miniature Pinscher typically ranges from $825 – $1500. However, the price of the Miniature Pinscher can be as low as $100 and as high as $50000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 159 Miniature Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Miniature Pinscher is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.
Carolina Dog | Miniature Pinscher | |
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Average Price | $500 | $1470 |
Price Range | $500 to $500 | $825 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Miniature Pinscher. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Miniature Pinscher puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Pinschers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Carolina Dog puppy or the Miniature Pinscher puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Miniature Pinscher
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Carolina Dogs and many Miniature Pinschers are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Carolina Dog named Ricky that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Carolina Dogs like Ricky on pefinder.com.
Also, like Carolina Dogs, Miniature Pinschers are also available for adoption. For example, King is a Male Miniature Pinscher that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Miniature Pinschers like King that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Mitch is the name of another Carolina Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Martin is an adorable Male Miniature Pinscher on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Carolina Dogs and Miniature Pinschers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher
Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Miniature Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Miniature Pinschers?
Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Miniature Pinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher
Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Miniature Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher?
Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.
Miniature Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Miniature Pinscher?
Carolina Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Miniature Pinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Miniature Pinschers?
Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Miniature Pinschers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Miniature Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Miniature Pinscher
Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Miniature Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
Miniature Pinschers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher?
Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Miniature Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Miniature Pinschers?
Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Miniature Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Miniature Pinschers?
Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Miniature Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Miniature Pinscher?
Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.
Miniature Pinschers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Miniature Pinscher?
Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Miniature Pinschers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Miniature Pinscher?
Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Miniature Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Carolina Dog:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Miniature Pinscher that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Miniature Pinscher:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Miniature Pinscher compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Miniature Pinscher to other breeds:
Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Carolina Dog versus Catahoula Bulldog Carolina Dog versus Papillon Carolina Dog versus Pomeranian Carolina Dog versus King Shepherd Carolina Dog versus Lancashire Heeler Carolina Dog versus Newfoundland Carolina Dog versus Shiranian Carolina Dog versus Cockalier Carolina Dog versus Standard Poodle Carolina Dog versus Samoyed Carolina Dog versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Carolina Dog versus Morkie Carolina Dog versus Weimaraner Carolina Dog versus Valley Bulldog Carolina Dog versus Bulldog Carolina Dog versus Schipperke Carolina Dog versus Golden Cocker Retriever Carolina Dog versus Bulldog Carolina Dog versus Saint Berdoodle Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle Carolina Dog versus American Pit Bull Terrier Carolina Dog versus Airedale Terrier Carolina Dog versus Schnoodle Carolina Dog versus Toy Poodle Carolina Dog versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Miniature Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
Miniature Pinscher versus Afador Miniature Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog Miniature Pinscher versus Doberman Pinscher Miniature Pinscher versus Standard Schnauzer Miniature Pinscher versus Cane Corso Miniature Pinscher versus Bernedoodle Miniature Pinscher versus Berger Picard Miniature Pinscher versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Miniature Pinscher versus Lancashire Heeler Miniature Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz Miniature Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Miniature Pinscher versus Swedish Vallhund Miniature Pinscher versus Norwegian Buhund Miniature Pinscher versus German Longhaired Pointer Miniature Pinscher versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Redbone Coonhound Miniature Pinscher versus Australian Shepherd Miniature Pinscher versus Borzoi Miniature Pinscher versus Cockapoo Miniature Pinscher versus Flat-Coated Retriever Miniature Pinscher versus Carolina Dog Miniature Pinscher versus Italian Greyhound Miniature Pinscher versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Miniature Pinscher versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Kishu Ken
Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Miniature Pinscher. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Carolina Dog and the Miniature Pinscher better suits you and your family.